Pearl Harvesting Worker
しんじゅさいしゅこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Fishery Occupations
- Minor : Aquaculture Workers
Summary
A profession that involves diving into the sea at pearl farms to harvest and collect pearls from oysters that produce pearls.
Description
Pearl harvesting workers are specialists who harvest pearls from shells such as Akoya oysters suspended on aquaculture rafts or underwater frames. They dive to handle the oysters directly, extract, inspect, and sort pearls, and perform maintenance and cleaning of the aquaculture facilities and shells. Safety management, boat operation, and monitoring of weather and sea conditions are also important, requiring teamwork and precise work.
Future Outlook
Although influenced by trends in the high-end pearl market, stabilization and diversification are expected through new value creation, such as experiential aquaculture facilities linked to the tourism industry.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Cooperative / Familiar with the Sea / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Pearl Harvesting Worker → Aquaculture Manager → Quality Manager → Aquaculture Technician
Required Skills
Aquaculture Facility Management / Diving and Underwater Work Skills / Shell Handling / Underwater Work
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (English) / Knowledge of Weather and Sea Conditions / Safety Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to respond immediately to changes in sea conditions or weather. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small scratches or dirt can affect the quality of pearls. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is required for long hours of diving and handling heavy equipment. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because it is necessary to endure the tension from deep-sea diving and work in high-pressure environments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the work centers on following established procedures rather than generating ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because numerical analysis is minimal, limited to basic measurement tasks. |
Related Qualifications
- Diver
- Ship Radio Operator
- Small Vessel Operator
Aliases
- Pearl Diver
- Pearl Harvester
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